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How to Choose a Driver: Loft, Spin and the Speed Equation

Tom Braddock, PGA Professional · 7 min read

Loft is not about launch alone. Learn how head speed, angle of attack and spin loft combine to define your ideal driver.

Most amateur golfers play a driver that is between one and two degrees too weak in loft for their delivery. Start with your angle of attack: if you deliver the club downward, you need more static loft and a lower spinning shaft profile. If you sweep upward, you can drop loft and gain roll-out. Then look at the head's centre of gravity — a deeper, lower CG raises launch and MOI, which is what most golfers need. Finally, do not shortcut the shaft. A shaft that is too stiff kills your release and costs both speed and accuracy.

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